Season 2 Race 3: Grand Prix of Spain Race Edit

Season 2 Race 3: Grand Prix of Spain Press Clippings

Nergal Seeks Improvement, Plans New Parts for Hockenheim
After the disappointment of yet another retirement from Leonard McGee and Mic McJergens’ drop from pole to fourth place, Nergal GP Racing is planning to bring an upgraded package to the German Grand Prix. During an interview with Alexandria Fressange, the chief technical officer for Nergal, she explained the reasoning behind the upgrades. “With the exception of Argentina, we’ve been running solidly midfield. With a few tweaks, we think we can take back the lead in the Driver’s and Constructor’s Championships.” When asked about rumors that Nergal would be abandoning further research into KERS until after the first scheduled mid-season upgrades, Miss Fressange had no comment.

Centurion Pragmatic Over Victory in Spain
The one-two finish of Cory Sylvester and Christopher Michelle at Valencia have put Centurion-Koenig GP Racing in a good position for the rest of the season. “We’re hoping to build a gap now before the mid-season upgrades,” Sylvester explained in an interview. “We have the dominant car now, but when teams get together to upgrade it’ll be a whole different story.” Sylvester continued, alluding to Nergal’s early to mid season dominance last season before they lost ground following the second upgrade cycle. “Pushing development is hard and expensive,” Sylvester said. “It’s better to have a points cushion to fall back on.”

Season 2 Race 3: Grand Prix of Spain Race Summary

There are many who do not like the Valencia Street Circuit. Its turns are too narrow. Overtaking is too difficult. And the back straights are too similar. However, beneath the surface, Valencia is a track that tests driver skill and patience. The drivers can’t manhandle their cars through here. They must pick their battles as they weave through the tight turns. Otherwise they’ll find themselves off the track and into a wall.

Season 2 Race 3: Grand Prix of Spain Storylines

Busy Week for Reine – Rumors were flying after pre-season testing and the Argentine Grand Prix that Nergal’s car was not designed to properly cool the engines. And indeed, both Nergal cars stalled again in Malaysia. However, when Mariana Castro’s engine died on the final lap of the Malaysia Grand Prix, Reine launched an investigation. Reine would not comment on their findings but stated that the problem should be resolved by the Grand Prix of Spain. However, only time will tell whether Reine, Wright, and Nergal were able to get to the root of their troubles.

Troubling Tire Wear – Throughout both of the first two races, the teams have all commented at least once about the increased tire wear they’ve all suffered this season. Latic Tires alleges it’s due to rapid temperature fluctuations, and that continued testing is needed before they can draw any strong conclusions. Will the teams fare better on their tires at Valencia? The track’s mild Mediterranean climate may benefit the cars. However, could temperature be the only cause of the increase in tire degradation?

Richardson’s Goodbye – The day before the Grand Prix of Spain, Centurion-Koenig held a press conference regarding their future driver lineup. After yet another retirement from Richardson, Centurion decided to replace him with Christopher Michelle, the team’s current test driver. “The team is sorry to see Richardson go,” the spokesperson said, “But with a crowded grid and a more competitive season, we feel this is the best decision for Centurion-Koenig going into the future. Richardson has the option to remain on staff as a test driver, and should he choose to stay will always be welcome as part of the team.” However, how will this change affect the team’s morale, not to mention their standings?

Season 2 Race 3: Grand Prix of Spain Introduction

The second season has only started, and already the teams and cars are showing signs of fatigue. In Malaysia every team saw a retirement, including Nergal’s first ever. Driver and team alike expected this season to be more strenuous, but no one expected the level of difficulty they’ve encountered. Now the teams begin the European leg of the season, returning to Spain but this time to Valencia. With more to fight for this season, and with competition already incredibly fierce, the team that can manage their chassis the best will come out on top. But at this early point in the season, will any team be able to achieve consistency? Find out as the European season begins in Valencia.